Fluid and Electrolyte Disorders — Flashcards

If the PCO2 _____ predicted PCO2 using Winters formula, then the metabolic acidosis has a concomitant respiratory alkalosis

Rapid correction of _____-natremia results in Osmotic Demyelination Syndrome

Tall peaked T waves are present when the serum potassium levels are _____ mmol/L

The range of normal values for the plasma anion gap is _____ to 16 mEq/L

_____natremic dehydration is the most dangerous type of dehydration.

Patients with renal osteodystrophy present with calciphylaxis, due to high serum _____ binding with Ca2+ leading to metastatic deposits and lowered serum Ca2+

Indications for acute dialysis may be remembered with the mnemonic AEIOU:A - _____E - severe Electrolyte abnormalitiesI - substance IntoxicationO - volume OverloadU - Uremic symptoms

One consequence of renal failure is _____ and H2O retention with resulting hypertension, heart failure, and pulmonary edema

Half and half nails, also called Lindsay nails are specific for _____

_____ is the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome in Caucasian adults